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Mini AP Router User Guide - Edge-Core

1. Menu Description Page System 5 3 Settings Configures basic administrative settings 5 3 Password Configures the password for management access 5 4 Backup amp Restore Backups and restores the configuration data 5 5 Syslog Settings Configures the settings for syslog messages 5 6 Upgrade Upgrades system software from a local file 5 7 WAN 5 8 WAN Settings Configures IP Settings for the wide area network 5 8 LAN 5 10 LAN Settings Sets the unit s IP address and configures the DHCP server for the 5 10 local network Wireless 5 12 Wireless VAP1 Settings Enables the VAP1 interfaces and configures the settings 5 12 MAC Filter Setting Configures client MAC address filters 5 17 Wireless2 5 18 Wireless VAP2 Settings Enables the VAP2 interfaces and configures the settings 5 18 WPS 5 19 WPS Settings Configures Wi Fi Protected Setup 5 19 WDS Repeater 5 20 Repeater Settings Configures wireless repeater settings 5 20 QoS 5 22 QoS Settings Enables the QoS service and sets traffic prioritization 5 22 DMZ 5 24 DMZ Settings Enables the DMZ service and sets the virtual DMZ host 5 24 DynDNS 5 25 Dynamic DNS Specifies a dynamic DNS service to use 5 25 Status 5 24 System Displays the current system status 5 26 Interfaces Displays the current interfaces status 5 27 Events Log Displays the system message log 5 28 5 2 System 5 Table 5 1 Configur
2. DynDNS Settings DynDNS Wireless1 Dynamic DNS Disabled O Enabled 3 Service Provider dyndns dynamic Y Wireless2 SS WDS Repeater Account Domain Name DynDNS User Name Password Reboot Save Changes Figure 5 22 DynDNS Settings The displayed items on this page can be described as follows DynDNS Enable the Dynamic DNS of the Mini AP Router e Service Provider Specify the DDNS service provider To set up an DDNS account visit the websites of the service providers indicated in the table below Name URL dyndns dynamic http www dyndns org dyndns custom http www dyndns org tzo htto www tzo com dhs htto www dhs org e Domain Name Specify the prefix to identify your presence on the DDNS server e User Name Specify your username for the DDNS service Password Specify your password for the DDNS service 5 26 Status 5 Status The status pages display details on the current configuration and status of the Mini AP Router including associated wireless stations and event log messages System The system page displays basic system configuration settings The displayed settings are for status information only and are not configurable on this page SMC WBR11 G Uptime 2 05 System Interfaces Eventslog DHCP Clients PPPoE WLAN Stations About System System a Device SMC WBR11 G MR3202A FLF 17 EES Firmware Version v1 0 r
3. Security Mode WPA WPA2 PSK y sic only support for AP mode Figure 4 4 Setup Wizard Wireless 1 Configuration The displayed items on this page can be described as follows Wireless Configuration Enables radio communications for the VAP interface Default Enabled Encryption Settings Configures the encryption used by the VAP interface WEP Enables the Mini AP Router to use WEP shared keys If enabled you must configure at least one key for the VAP interface and all its clients Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP provides a basic level of security preventing unauthorized access to the network and encrypting data transmitted between wireless clients and the Mini AP Router WEP uses static shared keys fixed length hexadecimal or alphanumeric strings that are manually distributed to all clients that want to use the network Authentication Mode The two basic methods of authentication supported for 802 11 wireless networks are open system and shared key Open system authentication accepts any client attempting to connect to the access point without verifying its identity The shared key approach uses Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP to verify client identity by distributing a shared key to clients before attempting authentication 4 Initial Configuration Default Key Sets WEP key values At least one key must be specified Each WEP key has an index number The selected default key is used
4. 2 Installation To connect the Mini AP Router in Router Mode for use as an Internet gateway follow these steps 1 Connect an Ethernet cable from the Mini AP Router s WAN port to your Internet connected cable or ADSL modem 2 Connect an Ethernet cable from the Mini AP Router s LAN port to your PC Alternatively you can connect to a workgroup switch to support multiple users The Mini AP Router can support up to 253 wired or wireless users 3 Power on the Mini AP Router by connecting the AC power adapter and plugging it into a power source When you power on the Mini AP Router verify that the Power LED turns on and that the other LED indicators start functioning as described under LED Indicators on page 1 3 4 Setup wireless devices by pressing the WPS Set button on the Mini AP Router or by using the web interface See Initial Configuration on page 4 1 for more information on accessing the web interface Caution Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with the Mini AP Router Otherwise the product may be damaged Bridge Mode In Bridge Mode the Mini AP Router operates as a wireless access point extending a local wired network to associated wireless clients PCs or notebooks with wireless capability From any nearby location you can then make a wireless connection to the Mini AP Router and access the wired network resources including local servers and the Internet In Bridge Mode the Mini AP Router does not sup
5. SMC Networks USER GUIDE Mini AP Router SMCWBR11 G Mini AP Router User Guide e SMC sa Pub 149100040100E Networks E072007 EK R01 Information furnished by SMC Networks Inc SMC is believed to be accurate and reliable However no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice Copyright 2007 by SMC Networks Inc 20 Mason Irvine CA 92618 All rights reserved Printed in Taiwan Compliances Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encoura
6. LAN Settings Wireless1 3 1 3 1 3 2 3 3 4 1 4 2 4 3 5 1 5 3 5 3 5 4 5 5 5 6 5 7 5 8 5 8 5 10 5 10 5 12 Contents Wireless VAP1 Settings MAC Filter Settings Wireless2 Wireless VAP2 Settings WPS WPS Settings WDS Repeater Repeater Settings QoS QoS Settings DMZ DynDNS Settings Status System Interfaces Events Log DHCP Clients PPPoE WLAN Stations About Reboot Appendix A Troubleshooting Appendix B Specifications Appendix C License Information The GNU General Public License Glossary 5 12 5 17 5 18 5 18 5 19 5 19 5 20 5 20 5 22 5 22 5 24 5 25 5 26 5 26 5 27 5 28 5 29 5 29 5 30 5 30 5 31 B 1 C 1 C 1 Chapter 1 Introduction The Mini AP Router is an IEEE 802 11b g wireless gateway router that connects your Internet access device cable or ADSL modem to your PC or local area network or to its own secure wireless network The Mini AP Router can be automatically configured with other Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS devices by simply pressing its WPS SET button For more detailed configuration the unit can also be set up through its easy to use web interface Package Checklist The Mini AP Router package includes e Mini AP Router SMCWBR11 G e RJ 45 Category 5 network cable AC power adapter e Quick Installation Guide e User Guide CD Inform your dealer if there are any incorrect missing or damaged parts If possible retain the carton including the or
7. WPA PSK WPA PSK can be used for small office networks with a limited number of users that may not need a high level of security WPA PSK provides a simple security implementation that uses just a pre shared password for network access Glossary 4 Networks e FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT CALL 1300 725 323 INTERNET E mail addresses support smc australia com au ENGLISH Technical Support information available at www smc com FRENCH Informations Support Technique sur www smc com DEUTSCH Technischer Support und weitere Information unter www smc com SPANISH En www smc com Ud podr encontrar la informaci n relativa a servicios de soporte t cnico DUTCH Technische ondersteuningsinformatie beschikbaar op www smc com PORTUGUES Informa es sobre Suporte T cnico em www smc com SWEDISH Information om Teknisk Support finns tillg ngligt p www smc com Driver updates http www smc com index cfm action tech_support_drivers_downloads World Wide Web http www smc australia com au SMCWBR11 G
8. 02 12 SMCWBR11G user info External IP Jan 1 08 02 12 SMCWBR11G user info Bad argument eth0 2 Jan 1 08 02 09 SMCWBR11G user info miniupnpd starting Jan 1 08 02 06 SMCWBR11G daemon warn dnsmasq 3401 ignoring nameserver 192 168 2 1 local WDS Repeater Jan 1 08 02 06 SMCWBR11G daemon info dnsmasq 3401 using local addresses only for domain 1 Jan 1 08 02 06 SMCWBR11G daemon info dnsmasqg 3401 using local addresses only for domain 1 Jan 1 SMCWBR11G daemon info dnsmasq 3401 started version 2 38 cachesize 150 Jan 1 SMCWBR11G daemon info dnsmasq 3401 reading tmp resolv conf auto Jan 1 SMCWBR11G daemon info dnsmasq 3401 read etc hosts 1 addresses Jan 1 SMCWBR11G daemon info dnsmasq 3401 compile time options IPv6 GNU getopt 1 DynDNS Jan 1 SMCWBR11G daemon info dnsmasq 3401 DHCP IP range 192 168 2 100 192 16 Jan 1 SMCWBR11G user warn kernel ar531x wdt Watchdog timer is now enabled Status Jan 1 SMCWBR11G user info kernel br lan topology change detected propagating Jan 1 SMCWBR11G user info kernel br lan port 2 ath0 entering learning state Reboot Jan 1 SMCWBR11G user info kernel br lan port 2 ath0 entering forwarding state A lt i gt SMC WBR11 G Uptime 2 26 Figure 5 25 Events Log View The Events Log page displays the lastest messages logged in chronological order from the newest to the oldest Log messages saved in the Mini AP Router s memory are erased when the device is r
9. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP server to allocate IP addresses to local PCs and wireless clients The unit can support up to 253 local clients LAN Settings The Mini AP Router includes a DHCP server that can assign temporary IP addresses to any attached host requesting the service Addresses are assigned to clients from a common address pool configured on the unit Configure an address pool by specifying start and end IP addresses Be sure not to include the unit s IP address in the address pool range SMC WBR11 G Uptime 3 51 System LAN Settinas LAN Settings IP Settings Wireless1 LAN IP Address 192 tes 2 f Wireless2 Netmask 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway 192 168 2 1 WDS Repeater DHCP Service For lan a 7 DHCP Start DHCP Service O Disabled Enabled The start IP adira aio DHCP Start 192 168 2 100 range The default 0 Max Client Q ty 50 DHCP Lease Time 60 Minutes f DHCP IP The IP range P start Max Client Status Reboot Save Changes Figure 5 8 LAN Settings There are two operation modes IP Settings Set the IP address configuration of the Mini AP Router LAN IP Address Valid IP addresses consist of four decimal numbers 0 to 255 separated by periods The default setting is 192 168 2 1 e Netmask Indicate the local subnet mask is fixed as 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway The default gateway is the IP address of the router which
10. Pre shared Key WPA PSK mode for small networks uses a common password phrase that must be manually distributed to all clients that want to connect to the network Pre Shared Key Enter a key as an easy to remember form of letters and numbers The key must be from 8 to 64 characters which can include spaces All wireless clients must be configured with the same key to communicate with the VAP interface Default Product Serial Number Confirm Pre Shared Key Enter the key for verification Encryption Settings Security Mode WPA PSK y Pre shared Key nessssso Confirm Pre shared Key neseeoso uan 64 Figure 5 13 Encryption Settings WPA PSK Mode WPA WPA2 PSK Enable WPA WPA2 PSK security on the VAP interface WPAZ2 is a futher security enhancement that includes the now ratified IEEE 802 11i wireless security standard Pre Shared Key Enter a key as an easy to remember form of letters and numbers The key must be from 8 to 64 characters which can include spaces All wireless clients must be configured with the same key to communicate with the VAP interface Confirm Pre Shared Key Enter the key for verification Wi Fi Protected Setup Enable the WPS feature Note Please refer to the WPS section on page 5 19 for the details of Wi Fi Protected Setup 5 15 5 System Configuration Encryption Settings a WPAMWPAQ PSK x Pre shared Key esseseso Confirm Pre shared Key CS
11. Register the default MAC address of the Mini AP Router Host Name Set the Host Name if specified by the ISP Static IP Select configuration for a fixed IP address xDSL Internet connection WAN IP Address The IP address of the Mini AP Router Valid IP addresses consist of four decimal numbers O to 255 separated by periods Subnet Mask The mask that identifies the host address bits used for routing to specific subnets Default Gateway The IP address of the gateway router that is used if the requested destination address is not on the local subnet WAN DNS Server The IP address of a Domain Name Server A DNS maps numerical IP addresses to domain names and can be used to identify network hosts by familiar names instead of the IP addresses Using the Setup Wizard 4 e PPPoE Enable the Mini AP Router IP address to be assigned automatically from an Internet service provider ISP through an ADSL modem using PPPoE Username If your ISP has provided you with a PPPoE user name enter it in the corresponding text box Password If your ISP has provided you with a PPPoE password enter it in the corresponding text box 3 Wireless 1 Configuration Sets the wireless Service Set Identifier SSID and wireless security encryption key for the VAP1 wireless network SMC WBR11 G Uptime 2 11 Wireless1 Configuration Wireless Configuration Wireless Interface O Disabled Enabled Encryption Settings
12. Server Q pi IP 192 168 2 x N Desktop PC IP 192 168 2 x m SAUS LAN Switch CON ci A n e e Notebook PC MINI AP Router _ IP 192 168 2 x E ai SSIDA 7 public SSID 2 private Wireless Client The Mini AP Router can operate as a wireless client on one VAP interface which enables a connection to another wireless network The wireless client option requires the unit to be set to Router Mode When the wireless client option is enabled the client VAP interface functions as the external gateway interface instead of the WAN port The other VAP interface LAN port and WAN port all function as the local network within the same IP subnet Wireless Bridge 3 Exiemel SSID f SV ras Ne US yent aa wireles e AX EDEN Mier Notebook PC E 492 AN port IP 192 168 2 x LAN 68 2 E 1924 ane LAN Switch PI Server A a p IP 192 168 2 x Desktop PC IP 192 168 2 x Wireless Bridge The IEEE 802 11 standard defines a Wireless Distribution System WDS for bridge connections between access points The Mini AP Router can use WDS to forward traffic on links between units A single WDS bridge link can be specified for each VAP interface One end of a link must be configured as the WDS Parent and the other as the WDS Child A VAP interface can be configured as a WDS Parent when the Mini AP Router is set to either Router Mode or Bridge Mode but to be configured to W
13. Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS Status O Disabled Enabled Figure 5 14 Encryption Settings WPA WPA2 PSK Mode WPA RADIUS or WPA WPA2 RADIUS Enables WPA RADIUS or WPA WPA2 RADIUS security on the VAP interface Remote Authentication Dial in User Service RADIUS is an authentication protocol that uses software running on a central server to control access to RADIUS aware devices on the network An authentication server contains a database of user credentials for each user that requires access to the network A primary RADIUS server must be specified for the Mini AP Router to implement IEEE 802 1x network access control and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA wireless security A secondary RADIUS server may also be specified as a backup should the primary server fail or become inaccessible Secret Key A shared text string used to encrypt messages between the Mini AP Router and the RADIUS server Be sure that the same text string is specified on the RADIUS server Do not use blank spaces in the string Confirm Secret Key Enter the key for verification RADIUS IP Address Specifies the IP address or host name of the RADIUS server RADIUS Port The UDP port number used by the RADIUS server for authentication messages Range 1024 65535 Default 1812 Encryption Settings Security Mode WPA RADIUS Y Figure 5 15 Encryption Settings WPA RADIUS Mode 5 16 Wireless1 5 MAC Filte
14. address for the Mini AP Router s Ethernet port IP Address The IP address configured on the Mini AP Router 5 28 Status 5 Received The received LAN radio signal frequency Transmitted The radio frequency of the WLAN transmission WLAN Display the wireless interface settings Wireless1 Wireless2 The status of the Configuration ESSID The service set identifier for this wireless group Frequency The radio frequency of the WLAN transmission Transmit Power The power of the radio signals transmitted from the Mini AP Router The higher the transmission power the farther the transmission range Encryption Key The encryption used for broadcast and multicast data RAW Information Click the button to display interface details and statistics Events Log The Event Log page displays system messages generated during system operation The logged messages can serve as a valuable tool for isolating Mini AP Router and network problems System Interfaces Eventslog DHCP Clients PPPoE WLAN Stations About Events Log View A Jan 1 08 02 13 SMCWBR11G daemon notice miniupnpd 3708 listening on 192 168 2 1 5000 Jan 1 08 02 13 SMCWBR11G daemon err miniupnpd 3708 bind udp Address already in use Wireless1 Jan 1 08 02 13 SMCWBR11G daemon err miniupnpd 3708 Failed to open socket for receiving Sf Jan 1 08 02 12 SMCWBR11G user info Try iptables h or iptables help for more inforr Wireless2 Jan 1 08
15. for authentication and encryption on the VAP interface Enter key values that match the key type and length settings Standard keys are either 5 or 13 alpanumeric characters or 10 or 26 hexadecimal digits Encryption Settings Security Mode WEP Authentication Mode O Open Shared Key Default Key O Key1 Key2 O Key3 O Key4 Keyl WEP Key Standard keys ar Key2 Key3 Key4 Figure 4 5 Encryption Settings WEP Mode WPA PSK or WPA WPA2 PSK Enable WPA PSK or WPA WPA2 PSK security on the VAP interface Wi Fi Protected Access WPA employs a combination of technologies to provide an enhanced security solution for wireless networks The WPA Pre shared Key WPA PSK mode for small networks uses a common password phrase that must be manually distributed to all clients that want to connect to the network WPA WPA2 PSK security on the VAP interface WPA2 is a futher security enhancement that includes the now ratified IEEE 802 11i wireless security standard Pre Shared Key Enter a key as an easy to remember form of letters and numbers The key must be from 8 to 64 characters which can include spaces All wireless clients must be configured with the same key to communicate with the VAP interface Confirm Pre Shared Key Enter the key for verification Encryption Settings Security Mode WPA PSK 4 Pre shared Key wocccces Confirm Pre shared Key woccccee Figure
16. is used if the requested destination address is not on the local subnet If you have management stations located on another subnet type the IP address of the default 5 10 un amp gateway router in the text field provided Otherwise leave the address as 192 168 2 1 DHCP Service for LAN Set the DHCP service configuration of the Mini AP Router DHCP Service Enable the DHCP server DHCP Start Specify the start IP address of a range that the DHCP server can allocate to DHCP clients Note that the address pool range is always in the same subnet as the unit s IP setting The maximum clients that the unit can support is 253 but the IP pool range is determined by the start IP address and the Max Client Q ty e Max Client Q ty Defines the IP pool range that the DHCP server can allocate to DHCP clients If the start IP address is 192 168 2 1 the maximum client quantity can be up to 253 If the start IP address is 192 168 2 100 the maximum client quantity can be up to 153 DHCP Lease Time Minutes Select a time limit for the use of an IP address from the IP pool When the time limit expires the client has to request a new IP address 5 11 5 System Configuration Wireless1 Set the wireless WLAN mode and wireless security for the Wireless VAP1 network Wireless VAP1 Settings The Wireless VAP1 Settings page includes configuration options for radio signal characteristics and wireless security feature
17. the router Wireless VAP2 Settings The Wireless VAP2 Settings page includes configuration options for radio signal characteristics and wireless security features on the Mini AP Router The Wireless VAP2 interface is disabled by default SMC WBR11 G Uptime 4 22 System Wireless2 Settings MAC Filter Settings Wireless2 Settings Wireless Configuration Wireless1 Wireless Interface O Disabled Enabled BRO Wlan Mode O AP WDS Parent WDS Child ptr rin rd Router Broadcast SSID Yes M Broadcast SSID ae aso Broadcast ssid to every clients WDS Repeater Channel Ca Encryption Settings Security Mode v Security Mode ty peated WPA2 allows WPA and WPA2 stations WPA WPA2 with RADIUS only support for AP mode DynDNS Status Reboot Save Changes Figure 5 17 Wireless VAP2 Settings Please refer to the page 5 12 to 5 17 for the details of the displayed items on this page 5 18 ws 5 WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS is designed to ease installation and activation of security features in wireless networks The Connect button in the web interface functions the same as the physical WPS SET button on the Mini AP Router which is able to automatically connect multiple devices to the WLAN network WPS Settings The WPS Settings page includes configuration options for setting WPS device PIN codes and activating the virtual WPS button SMC WBR11 G Uptime 4
18. 1b g WPA WPA2 WMM Physical Size 12 5 x 7 x 2 7 cm 4 92 x 2 76 x 1 06 in Weight 170 g 6 oz B 2 Appendix C License Information This product includes software code developed by third parties including software code subject to the GNU General Public License GPL or GNU Lesser General Public License LGPL As applicable the terms of the GPL and LGPL and information on obtaining access to the GPL Code and LGPL Code used in this product are available to you at http Awww smc com under the support downloads section The GPL Code and LGPL Code used in this product is distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and is subject to the copyrights of one or more authors For details see the GPL Code and LGPL Code for this product and the terms of the GPL and LGPL The GNU General Public License GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2 June 1991 Copyright C 1989 1991 Free Software Foundation Inc 59 Temple Place Suite 330 Boston MA 02111 1307 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document but changing it is not allowed Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it By contrast the GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change free software to make sure the software is free for all its users This General Public License applies to most of the Free Software Foundation s software an
19. 29 System ings WPS Settings Wi Fi Protected Setup Wireless1 PIN Code Send Wireless2 Push Button tion Number 8 numeric d in PIN code is 2 methods to use the PIN nt application and click mpty the input box and enter 12345670 in the DMZ client application and click Send button Figure 5 18 WPS Settings The displayed items on this page can be described as follows PIN Code The Mini AP Router along with other WPS devices such as notebook PCs cameras or phones all come with their own eight digit PIN code You need to set an initial client up to talk with the access point router gateway and it becomes the master device used to enter PIN codes of other clients that want network access The Mini AP Router can be set as a master device or a client device Please refer to the below descriptions to perform the WPS feature When the Mini AP Router is set as the master device leave the PIN Code box blank and click the Send button Note When the Mini AP Router is the master device the client device can join the network by entering the Mini AP Router s PIN code 12345670 When the Mini AP Router is set as the client device enter the PIN code of the master device and click Send to join the network 5 19 5 System Configuration e Push Button After clicking the Connect button you have up to two minutes to activate WPS on devices that need to join the network Note Th
20. 4 6 Encryption Settings WPA PSK Mode WPA RADIUS or WPA WPA2 RADIUS Enables WPA RADIUS or WPA WPA2 RADIUS security on the VAP interface Remote Authentication Dial in User Service RADIUS is an authentication protocol that uses software running on a central server to control access to RADIUS aware devices on the network An authentication server contains a database of user credentials for each user that requires access to the network 4 6 Using the Setup Wizard 4 A RADIUS server must be specified for the Mini AP Router to implement IEEE 802 1X network access control and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA wireless security Encryption Settings rity M RADI y Security Mode Security Mode WPA RADIUS si WPA2 allows WPA and WPA2 stations WPA WPA2 with RADIUS only support for AP mode Figure 4 7 Encryption Settings WPA RADIUS Mode 4 Setting Finish Click Finish button to save the configurations and leave Setup Wizard SMC WBR11 G Uptime 2 34 Setting finish The wizard settings is finish Please click finish button to save and apply all the changes or click cancel button to cancel settings Figure 4 8 Setup Wizard Setting Finish 4 Initial Configuration 4 8 Chapter 5 System Configuration The Mini AP Router s basic settings can be configured using the Setup Wizard as described in the previous chapter Initial Configuration However for some installations you ma
21. 668 2007 06 29 Wireless2 WAN IP Address WAN Status w for Wide Area Network and is usually WDS Repeater DNS Server 1 192 168 2 1 the up nection to the internet LAN DynDNS IP Address 192 168 2 1 LAN Status LAN stands for Local Area Network Status Reboot WLAN Wireless1 Enabled WLAN Status SSID SMCWBR11 G1 WLAN stands for Wireless Local Area Network Frequency 2 437 Ghz Encryption WPA PSK PSK2 Wireless2 Disabled Figure 5 23 System The displayed items on this page can be described as follows System Displays the basic device information Device The device name and model number Firmware Version The version number of the current Mini AP Router software WAN Displays the basic WAN status IP Address The IP address specified or assigned by the Internet Service Provider DNS Server 1 Address of the ISP s DNS server LAN Displays the basic LAN status IP Address The IP address configured on the Mini AP Router WLAN Displays the basic WLAN information e Wireless1 Wireless2 The status of the Wireless VAP interface 5 27 5 System Configuration ESSID The service set identifier for this wireless group Frequency The The channel frequency being used by the radio e Encryption The encryption used by the VAP interface Interfaces The Interfaces page displays the settings for each wireless interface The displayed settings are for status information on
22. AN X 492468 4 IP 192 168 2 x LANA ao es LAN Switch ai Server N pi IP 192 168 2 x N Desktop PC IP 192 168 2 x The private local network connected to the LAN port or wireless interface provides a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP server for allocating IP addresses to local PCs and wireless clients and Network Address Translation NAT for mapping the multiple internal IP addresses to one external IP address 3 1 3 Network Planning The public external network connected to the WAN port supports DHCP client and Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet PPPoE for connection to an Internet service provider ISP through a cable or DSL modem LAN Access Point The Mini AP Router can provide an access point service for an existing wired LAN creating a wireless extension to the local network The Mini AP Router functions as purely an access point when set to Bridge Mode When used in this mode there are no gateway functions between the WAN port and the LAN and wireless interface A Wi Fi wireless network is defined by its Service Set Identifier SSID or network name Wireless clients that want to connect to a network must set their SSID to the same SSID of the network service The Mini AP Router supports two separate wireless interfaces that is two SSIDs or Virtual Access Points VAPs The two VAP interfaces can be configured separately to support different security settings or other wireless functions 9 R
23. DS child the unit must be set to Bridge Mode Internet E WDS Child Provider K y GC ye NAS ua ea e yy y4 Modem Mini AP Router N Mini AP Router Bridge Mode eR om SP BN Mode i 9 91002 Li e m pi Desktop PC oe Switch sul IP 192 168 2 x Server IP 192 168 2 x ho PC IP 192 168 2 x Chapter 4 Initial Configuration The Mini AP Router offers a user friendly web based management interface for the configuration of all the unit s features Any PC directly attached to the unit can access the management interface using a web browser such as Internet Explorer version 6 0 or above The initial configuration steps can be made through the web browser interface using the Setup Wizard It is recommended to make the initial changes by connecting a PC directly to the Mini AP Router before installing it in its intended location The Mini AP Router has a default IP address of 192 168 2 1 and a subnet mask of 255 255 255 0 If your PC is set to Obtain an IP address automatically that is set as a DHCP client you can connect immediately to the web interface Otherwise you must set your PC IP address to be on the same subnet as the Mini AP Router that is the PC and Mini AP Router addresses must both start 192 168 2 x A Initial Configuration Logging into the Web Interface In the web browser s address bar type the default IP address http 192 168 2 1 The web browser displays the home page The
24. LY the power adapter supplied with the Mini AP Router Otherwise the product may be damaged 2 Installation 2 4 Chapter 3 Network Planning The Mini AP Router is designed to be very flexible in its deployment options It can be used as an Internet gateway for a small network or as an access point to extend an existing wired network to support wireless users It also supports use as a wireless client to connect to another wireless network or a wireless bridge to connect two wired LANs This chapter explains some of the basic features of the Mini AP Router and shows some network topology examples in which the device is implemented Internet Gateway Router The Mini AP Router can connect directly to a cable or DSL modem to provide an Internet connection for multiple users through a single service provider account Users connect to the Mini AP Router either through a wired connection to the LAN port or though the device s own wireless network The Mini AP Router functions as an Internet gateway when set to Router Mode An Internet gateway employs serveral functions that essentially creates two separate Internet Protocol IP subnetworks a private internal network with wired and wireless users and a public external network that connects to the Internet Network traffic is forwarded or routed between the two subnetworks Internet Service Provider ta Ue P ga rom 199 Mini AP Router e asso 2 Notebook PC N
25. T WHEN OTHERWISE STATED IN WRITING THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND OR OTHER PARTIES PROVIDE THE PROGRAM AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING REPAIR OR CORRECTION IN NO EVENT UNLESS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW OR AGREED TO IN WRITING WILL ANY COPYRIGHT HOLDER OR ANY OTHER PARTY WHO MAY MODIFY AND OR REDISTRIBUTE THE PROGRAM AS PERMITTED ABOVE BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR DAMAGES INCLUDING ANY GENERAL SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA OR DATA BEING RENDERED INACCURATE OR LOSSES SUSTAINED BY YOU OR THIRD PARTIES OR A FAILURE OF THE PROGRAM TO OPERATE WITH ANY OTHER PROGRAMS EVEN IF SUCH HOLDER OR OTHER PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS Glossary 10BASE T IEEE 802 3 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over two pairs of Category 3 or better UTP cable 100BASE TX IEEE 802 3u specification for 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over two pairs of Category 5 or better UTP cable Access Point An internetworking device that seamlessly connects wired and wireless networks Access points attached to a wire
26. ality of Service QoS mechanism is required to prioritize traffic types and provide an enhanced opportunity wireless access method The Mini AP Router implements QoS using the Wi Fi Multimedia WMM standard Using WMM the min router is able to prioritize traffic and optimize performance when multiple applications compete for wireless network bandwidth at the same time WMM employs techniques that are a subset of the IEEE 802 11e QoS standard and it enables the Mini AP Router to interoperate with both WMM enabled clients and other devices that may lack any WMM functionality QoS Settings The QoS settings page allows you to enable the QoS settings and specify the WAN upload and download speeds SMC WBR11 G System QoS Settings QoS Settings QoS Options Wireless1 Qos Service O Disabled Enabled upload and download FARE WAN Upload Speed 4 kBits WAN Download Speed kBits WDS Repeater Reboot Save Changes Figure 5 20 QoS Settings The displayed items on this page can be described as follows QoS Service Enables QoS settings of the Mini AP Router Default Disabled WAN Upload Speed Download Speed The maximum upload and download speeds of the Internet connection on the WAN port It is recommended that you set these values at between 85 90 of your true speeds Most broadband services are rated in Megabits per second Mbps To convert Mbps to Kilobits per second 5 23 5 System Configura
27. ation Options Menu Description Page DHCP Clients Displays the DHCP client settins 5 29 PPPoE Displays the PPPoE settings 5 29 WLAN Stations Displays the wireless station status 5 30 About Displays the software information 5 30 Reboot 5 31 System The system pages allow you to manage basic system configuration settings Settings The system settings page allows you to set the operation mode time and web interface display language SMC WBR11 G Uptime 3 33 System Settings Password Setting Backup amp Restore Syslog Settings Firm System Settings System Settings z PERA a Operation Mode Operation Mode Router Bridge bridged all interf DHCP Wireless1 Wireless2 o factory default a reboot device WDS Repeater Time Settings il ji NTP Server e Timezone Taiwan A NTP server is used to obtain the correct time from a time source and adjust the local time in DynDNS NTP Server 213 84 46 114 necting Siu put the ip address or hostname of the Reboot Web Interface Settings Language English he Save Changes Figure 5 2 System Settings The displayed items on this page can be described as follows Operation Mode The device can be set as a router or an access point according to how you want to use the unit in your network 5 3 5 System Configuration e Router Normal gateway mode that connects a wired LAN and wireless clients to an Internet access
28. ation options 3 START WITH SETUP WIZARD ae START WITH ADVANCED SETUP Language English v Figure 4 2 Home Page Note If you want to change the web interface language select the display language from the pull down menu 4 Initial Configuration 2 WAN Configuration There are three basic methods for configuring the access point s WAN port IP address SMC WBR11 G Uptime 1 57 WAN Configuration WAN Configuration Connection Type O DHCP StaticIP PPPoE IP Settings MAC Address MAC Address Host Name SMCWBR11G Figure 4 3 Setup Wizard WAN Configuration The displayed items on this page can be described as follows DHCP Enables the Mini AP Router to automatically obtain an IP address from a DHCP server normally operated by the Internet Service Provider ISP MAC Address Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC address of one PC This setting allows you to manually change the MAC address of the Mini AP Router s WAN interface to match the PC s MAC address provided to your ISP for registration You can enter the registered MAC address manually by typing itin the boxes provided Otherwise connect only the PC with the registered MAC address to the Mini AP Router then click the Clone MAC Address of PC button Note If you are unsure of the PC MAC address originally registered by your ISP call your ISP and request to register a new MAC address for your account
29. beacon signal including the access point s configured SSID Wireless clients can read the SSID from the beacon and automatically reset their SSID to allow immediate connection to the nearest access point Glossary 2 Glossary Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing ODFM OFDM allows multiple users to transmit in an allocated band by dividing the bandwidth into many narrow bandwidth carriers Repeater and Bridge Repeater and bridge can provide an extended link to a remote access point from the wired LAN Access Point working in this mode could connect to another AP in Access Point mode or Repeater and Bridge mode Whenever there are two APs having wireless link together one in Access Point or Repeater and Bridge mode another using Repeater and Bridge mode and also have wired link separately these two APs are also working as bridging for the two wired links Service Set Identifier SSID An identifier that is attached to packets sent over the wireless LAN and functions as a password for joining a particular radio cell i e Basic Service Set BSS Session Key Session keys are unique to each client and are used to authenticate a client connection and correlate traffic passing between a specific client and the access point Shared Key A shared key can be used to authenticate each client attached to a wireless network Shared Key authentication must be used along with the 802 11 Wireless Equivalent Privacy algo
30. communication Systems with the Basic Restrictions or the Reference Levels Related to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields 110 MHz 40 GHz This device is intended for use in the following European Community countries e Austria Belgium Denmark e Finland France e Germany e Italy Luxembourg Netherlands e Norway Spain e Sweden e Switzerland e United Kingdom Portugal Greece e Ireland Iceland Requirements for indoor vs outdoor operation license requirements and allowed channels of operation apply in some countries as described below In Italy the end user must apply for a license from the national spectrum authority to operate this device outdoors In Belgium outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2 46 2 4835 GHz band Channel 13 e In France outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2 4 2 454 GHz band Channels 1 7 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Checklist Hardware Description LED Indicators Ethernet RJ 45 Ports Power Socket Reset Button WPS SET Button Chapter 2 Installation Router Mode Bridge Mode Chapter 3 Network Planning Internet Gateway Router LAN Access Point Wireless Client Wireless Bridge Chapter 4 Initial Configuration Logging into the Web Interface Using the Setup Wizard Chapter 5 System Configuration System Settings Password Backup and Restore Syslog Settings Firmware Upgrade WAN WAN Settings LAN
31. d network support the creation of multiple radio cells that enable roaming throughout a facility Advanced Encryption Standard AES An encryption algorithm that implements symmetric key cryptography AES provides very strong encryption using a completely different ciphering algorithm to TKIP and WEP Authentication The process to verify the identity of a client requesting network access IEEE 802 11 specifies two forms of authentication open system and shared key Backbone The core infrastructure of a network The portion of the network that transports information from one central location to another central location where it is unloaded onto a local system Beacon A signal periodically transmitted from the access point that is used to identify the service set and to maintain contact with wireless clients Broadcast Key Broadcast keys are sent to stations using dynamic keying Dynamic broadcast key rotation is often used to allow the access point to generate a random group key and periodically update all key management capable wireless clients Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP Provides a framework for passing configuration information to hosts on a TCP IP network DHCP is based on the Bootstrap Protocol BOOTP adding the capability of automatic allocation of reusable network addresses and additional configuration options Glossary 1 Glossary Encryption Data passing between the access point and clien
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33. default Username is root with a default Password of smcadmin Click OK to access the web management interface Note Itis strongly recommended that you change the default user name and password If the default values are not changed the management interface is not protected and anyone that can connect to the access point may be able to compromise your network security E Connect to 192 168 2 1 The server 192 168 2 1 at SMCWBR11G requires a username and password Warning This server is requesting that your username and password be sent in an insecure manner basic authentication without a secure connection User name E root v Password 00000000 C Remember my password Figure 4 1 Login Page 4 2 Using the Setup Wizard 4 Using the Setup Wizard There are only a few basic steps you need to set up the Mini AP Router and provide a connection for network access for other wireless stations The Setup Wizard takes you through configuration procedures for the general network settings such as IP configuration wireless network name Service Set Identifier and wireless security Follow these steps 1 Launch the Setup Wizard Click Start with Setup Wizard on the home page SMC O Uptime 3 21 Networks Welcome to the SMC WBR11 G Setup Page Start with Setup Wizard Helps you quickly set up your MiniRouter Start with Advanced Setup Provides more detailed configur
34. device such as a cable or DSL modem This is the factory set default mode e Bridge An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to wireless clients Time Settings Set the timezone and Network Time Protocol NTP server of the Mini AP Router Timezone Set your local time zone according to the location e NTP Server Configure the IP address of an NTP time server that the Mini AP Router attempts to poll for a time update Web Interface Settings Set the language display of the web interface Language Select English or Chinese as the web interface language Password The password page allows you to change the password for access to the management interface To protect access to the management interface you need to change the default use name and password as soon as possible If the user name and password are not changed then anyone having access to the Mini AP Router may be able to compromise network security Note If you forget your user name or password you can press the reset button on the back of the unit for more than five seconds to reset to the factory defaults SMC WBR11 G Uptime 3 35 Settings Password Setting Password Setting Password Change New Password Confirm Password DynDNS Reboot Figure 5 3 Password The displayed items on this page can be described as follows e New Password The new password for management access Confirm Password Enter t
35. e Wi Fi Protected Setup is avaliable for VAP1 only 5 20 WDS Repeater 5 WDS Repeater WDS Repeater is used to extend the range of the wireless infrastructure by forwarding traffic between associated wireless stations and another repeater or AP connected to the wired LAN Traffic is received from the Parent AP on the Wireless1 interface then forwarded repeated on the Wireless2 interface Repeater Settings The Repeater Settings page includes configuration options for WDS repeater mode and wireless security features on the Mini AP Router SMC WBR11 G Uptime 4 33 Repeater Settings Repeater Settings Repeater Configuration Wireless1 WDS Repeater O Disabled Enabled SSID Name SMCWBR11 G1 Wireless2 Inherit AP Settings O Disabled Enabled SSID Name x WDS Repeater Please input the SSID of parent AP Inherit AP Settings Encryption Settings Repeater Security Security Mode Disabled _w Pisnsa sat the security mode consistent with Reboot parent AP Save Changes Figure 5 19 WDS Repeater Settings The displayed items on this page can be described as follows WDS Repeater Enable WDS Repeater settings of the Mini AP Router Default Disabled SSID Name The name of the wireless network to which the Wireless1 interface in WDS Child mode needs to connect Inherit AP Settings Enable Inherit AP to clone the SSID and security settings from parent AP to Wireless2 and enable Wirele
36. ebooted 5 29 5 System Configuration DHCP Clients The network information page displays the current Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP clients status The displayed settings are for status information only and are not configurable on this page SMC WBR11 G Uptime 2 40 System Interfaces Eventslog DHCP Clients PPPoE WLAN Stations About DHCP Leases MAC Address IP Address Name Expires in There are no known DHCP leases E DHCP Leases DHCP leases are assigned to network clients that request an IP address from the DHCP server of the router Clients that requested their IP lease before this router was last rebooted may not be ws listed until they request a renewal of their lease WDS Repeater Figure 5 26 DHCP Client Settings PPPoE The PPPoE Status page page displays the current Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet PPPoE status The displayed settings are for status information only and are not configurable on this page SMC WBR11 G Uptime 2 41 System Interfaces Eventslog DHCP Clients PPPoE WLAN Stations About PPPOE Status PPPoE disabled Wireless1 Wireless2 WDS Repeater Status Reboot Figure 5 27 PPPoE Settings 5 30 Status 5 WLAN Stations The WLAN Stations page page displays the wireless station status The displayed settings are for status information only and are not configurable on this page Syst
37. em System Interfaces Eventslog DHCP Clients PPPoE WLAN Stations About WLAN Stations Wireless1 stations Associate No MAC Addr Channel Rate RSSI Auth Cipher TXSEQ RXSEQ Time Wireless1 Wireless2 Wireless2 stations RXSEQ Associate No MAC Addr Channel Rate RSSI Auth Cipher TXSEQ Time WDS Repeater DynDNS Status Reboot Figure 5 28 WLAN Stations About The About page displays the software version and status installed in the Mini AP Router About SMC WBR11 G v1 0 r668 Wireless1 Wireless2 This program is free software base on code from X Wrt amp OpenWrt you can redistribute it and or modify it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation either version 2 of the License or at your option any later version WDS Repeater DynDNS Status Reboot Figure 5 29 About 5 31 5 System Configuration Reboot The Reboot page allows you to restart the Mini AP Router software and restore factory default settings SMC WBR11 G Uptime 2 49 Ne r ww o WDS Repeater Reboot Figure 5 30 Reboot The displayed items on this page can be described as follows Reboot Mini AP Router Click the Reboot button to reboot the system Restore Factory Settings Click the Factory Reset button to reset the configuration settings for the Mini AP Router to the factory defaults and reboot the system Note tha
38. ged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment IMPORTANT NOTE FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters 8 inches between the radiator and your body This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter IEEE 802 11b or 802 11g operation of this product in the U S A is firmware limited to channels 1 through 11 Canada RSS Statement This Cla
39. he password again for verification 5 4 System 5 Backup and Restore The Backup amp Restore page allows you to save the Mini AP Router s current configuration or restore a previously saved configuration back to the device SMC WBR11 G Uptime 3 3 Password Setting Backup amp Restore Syslog Settings Firmware Upgrade Settings Backup and Restore Download Configuration 5 Name this Wireless1 configuration SMCWBR11G Wireless2 Upload Configuration WDS Repeater d fi ta SA CBrowse DynDNS Status Reboot Figure 5 4 Backup and Restore The displayed items on this page can be described as follows Download Configuration Saves the current configuration to a file on the web management station Configuration file names are given the extension tgz on the management station Name this configuration Type a file name for the current configuration Click Download to generate the configuration file Upload Configuration Restore a previously saved configuration Saved config file Click the Browse button to locate the saved configuration file Then click the Upload button to restore the configuration to the Mini AP Router 5 System Configuration Syslog Settings The Mini AP Router supports a logging process that control error messages saved to memory or sent to a Syslog server The logged messages serve as a valuable tool for isolating Mini AP Router and net
40. iginal packing materials Use them again to repack the product in case there is a need to return it 1 1 4 Introduction Hardware Description Power EthernetWAN Ethernet LAN Socket RJ 45 Port RJ 45 Port l Top Panel WPS SET Button Bottom Panel Wall Mount Slots Reset Button Antenna Hardware Description 4 LED Indicators The Mini AP Router includes four status LED indicators as described in the following figure and table 802 1 1b g Link Activity LAN Link Activity WAN Link Activity SH1OMYAN WINS Power 00000000000 00000000000 00000000000 15 sam LED Status Description POWER On Green Indicates that the system is working normally WAN On Flashing Green Indicates a valid link on the WAN Ethernet port Flashing indicates network activity off The Ethernet port has no valid link LAN On Flashing Green Indicates a valid link on the LAN Ethernet port Flashing indicates network activity off The Ethernet port has no valid link WLAN On Flashing Green Indicates the 802 11b g radio is enabled Flashing indicates wireless network activity off Indicates the 802 11b g radio is disabled Ethernet RJ 45 Ports The Mini AP Router has the following RJ 45 ports e The RJ 45 LAN port is for connection to a PC or to a 10 100 Mbps e The RJ 45 WAN port is for connection to a DSL or cable m
41. ings Security Mode Disabled Y WPA2 stations IUS only support for AP DynDNS Status Reboot Save Changes Figure 5 10 Wireless VAP1 Settings Client Mode WDS Child Select the WDS Child as the Mini AP Router is used as a bridge connect LAN and LAN between APs SSID Name The name of the wireless network service provided by the VAP Clients that want to connect to the network must set their SSID to the same as that of the VAP interface Note This WLAN Mode is only availabe when the operation mode is set to Bridge Only one of the two Wireless VAPs can be set to WDS Child mode and the other must be set to AP WDS 5 13 5 System Configuration SMC WBR11 G Uptime 4 02 System Wireless1 Settings MAC Filter Settings Wireless1 Settings Wireless Configuration Wireless Interface O Disabled Enabled Wlan Mode AP WDS Parent WDS Child SSID Name SMCWBR11 G1 WDS Repeater Encryption Settings Security Mode Disabled vw PA and WPA2 stations h RADIUS only support for AP DynDNS Reboot Figure 5 11 Wireless VAP1 Settings WDS Child Mode Encryption Settings Configures the encryption used by the client WEP Enables the Mini AP Router to use WEP shared keys If enabled you must configure at least one key for the VAP interface and all its clients Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP provides a basic level of security preventing unauthorized access to the net
42. ion Type O DHCP StaticIP PPPoE Wireless2 WDS Repeater IP Settings Status MAC Address L MAC Address Reboot Clone MAC address of PC Host Name Host Name SMCWBR11G Save Changes Figure 5 7 WAN Settings The displayed items on this page can be described as follows WAN Configuration Set the IP address configuration of the Mini AP Router DHCP Enables the Mini AP Router to automatically obtain an IP address from a DHCP server MAC Address Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC address of one PC This setting allows you to manually change the MAC address of the Mini AP Router s WAN interface to match the PC s MAC address provided to your ISP for registration You can enter the registered MAC address manually by typing it in the boxes provided Otherwise connect only the PC with the registered MAC address to the Mini AP Router then click the Clone MAC Address of PC button Note If you are unsure of the PC MAC address originally registered by your ISP call your ISP and request to register a new MAC address for your account Register the default MAC address of the Mini AP Router Host Name Set the Host Name if specified by the ISP 5 8 wan 5 Static IP Select configuration for a fixed IP address xDSL Internet connection WAN IP Address The IP address of the Mini AP Router Valid IP addresses consist of four decimal numbers 0 to 255 separated by periods Subnet Mas
43. k The mask that identifies the host address bits used for routing to specific subnets Default Gateway The IP address of the gateway router for the Mini AP Router which is used if the requested destination address is not on the local subnet WAN DNS Server The IP address of a Domain Name Server on the service provider s network A DNS maps numerical IP addresses to domain names and can be used to identify network hosts by familiar names instead of the IP addresses PPPoE Enable the Mini AP Router IP address to be assigned automatically from an Internet service provider ISP through an ADSL modem using PPPOE Reconnect Policy Select a procedure for the reconnect policy Reconnect Timeout The number of seconds before the next reconnect attempt valid range 0 600 seconds Username If your ISP has provided you with a PPPOE user name enter it in the corresponding text box Password If your ISP has provided you with a PPPoE password enter it in the corresponding text box MTU Set the size of Maximum Transmission Unit MTU for the largest packet that the network protocol can transmit 5 System Configuration LAN The Mini AP Router must have a valid IP address for management using a web browser and to support other features The unit has a default IP address of 192 168 2 1 You can use this IP address or assign another address that is compatible with your existing local network The unit can also be enabled as a
44. ly and are not configurable on this page SMC WBR11 G Uptime 2 18 System Interfaces Eventslog DHCP Clients PPPoE WLAN Stations About Interfaces WAN MAC Address 00 12 CF 3F 7E 42 WAN Status Wireless1 IP Address WAN stands for Wide v EZ DNS Server 1 192 168 2 1 the upstream connection to the ESE Received O pkts 0 0 B Transmitted 2 7k pkts 896 3 KiB WDS Repeater LAN MAC Address 00 12 CF 3F 7E 42 LAN Status IP Address 192 168 2 1 LAN stands for Local Area Network Received 297 pkts 28 0 KiB Transmitted 299 pkts 151 3 KiB DynDNS Status WLAN Reboot Wireless1 00 12 CF 3F 7E 43 WLAN Status aa ESSID SMCWBR11 G1 WLAN stands for Wireless Local Area Network Frequency 2 437 Ghz Transmit Power 18 dem Encryption Key S8C6A D6FE B542 9E84 9B51 42DB SFB4 A631 Wireless2 ESSID Frequency Ghz Transmit Power dem Encryption Key Show raw statistics Figure 5 24 Interfaces The displayed items on this page can be described as follows WAN Display the basic WAN configuration settings e MAC Address MAC address of the Mini AP Router on its WAN port IP Address The IP address assigned for the WAN interface DNS Server 1 Address of the primary DNS server Received The number of data packets received on the WAN interface e Transmitted The radio frequency of the WLAN transmission LAN Display the basic LAN configuration settings e MAC Address The physical layer
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48. odem or to a LAN or other device that provides your Internet access Both ports auto negotiate the operating speed to 10 100 Mbps the mode to half full duplex and the pin signals to MDI MDI X Automatic MDI MDI X support enables you to use straight through cables for all network connections to PCs switches or hubs 4 Introduction Power Socket The Mini AP Router does not have a power switch It is powered on when connected to the AC power adapter and the power adapter is connected to a power source The power adapter automatically adjusts to any voltage between 100 240 volts at 50 or 60 Hz No voltage range settings are required Reset Button The Reset button can be used to restart the Mini AP Router or restore the factory default configuration If you press the button for less than 5 seconds the Mini AP Router will restart If you press and hold down the button for 5 seconds or more any configuration changes you may have made are removed and the Mini AP Router is restored to its factory default configuration WPS SET Button Use the WPS SET button on the Mini AP Router to automatically connect multiple devices to the network Within two minutes press the physical or virtual button on wireless client devices to enable them to join the WLAN The WPS configuration process may be initiated on any device and there is no restriction to the order in which buttons are pressed Note Any WPS compatible devices could unintentionally j
49. oin the WLAN if they are within range during the two minute set up period after the WPS SET button is pressed Chapter 2 Installation The Mini AP Router has two basic operating modes that can be set through the web management interface Router Mode Normal gateway mode that connects a wired LAN and wireless clients to an Internet access device such as a cable or DSL modem This is the factory set default mode e Bridge Mode An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to wireless clients In addition to these basic operating modes each wireless interface supports a Wireless Distribution System WDS link to another Mini AP Router and a wireless client mode These advanced configurations are not described in this section See Network Planning on page 3 1 for more information In a basic configuration how the Mini AP Router is connected depends on the operating mode The following sections describe connections for basic Router Mode and Bridge Mode operation Router Mode In its default Router Mode the Mini AP Router forwards traffic between an Internet connected cable or ADSL modem and wired or wireless PCs or notebooks The basic connections are illustrated in the figure below Set up 6 D wireless devices 4 IN Notebook PC A A Connect LAN port to PC Notebook PC Connect Connect AC power WAN port adapter to to Cable DSL power source modem Cable DSL Modem Internet
50. port gateway functions on its WAN port Both the LAN port and the WAN ports can be connected to a local Ethernet LAN Note Bridge Mode is not the factory default mode and must be manually set using the web management interface Note The WDS Repeater feature on the web based management interface functions the same deployment as the Wireless Bridge The configuration can be automatically set by enabling the WDS Repeater For more detail please refer to the WDS Repeater section on page 5 20 Bridge Mode 2 Set up A wireless devices cK OS Notebook PC ww Notebook PC pa _ i K C Connect LAN and WAN 2 Connect ports to Ethernet LAN AC power switch or PCs adapter to power source a oo lesi LAN Switch D Ls Server lt Desktop PCs To connect the Mini AP Router for use as an access point follow these steps 1 Connect an Ethernet cable from the Mini AP Router s LAN or WAN port to your local network switch 2 Power on the Mini AP Router by connecting the AC power adapter and plugging it into a power source When you power on the Mini AP Router verify that the Power LED turns on and that the other LED indicators start functioning as described under LED Indicators on page 1 3 3 Setup wireless devices by pressing the WPS Set button on the Mini AP Router or by using the web interface See Initial Configuration on page 4 1 for more information on accessing the web interface Caution Use ON
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52. r Settings Wireless clients can be authenticated for network access by checking their MAC address against a local database configured on the Mini AP Router You can configure a list of up to 32 wireless client MAC addresses in the filter list to either allow or deny network access System Wireless1 Settings MAC Filter Settings MAC Filter Settings MAC Filter List Wireless1 Filter Mode Disabled Y MAC list y connection to the it e di the Filter N Wireless2 00 00 12 57 96 55 Remove one od 00 00 12 57 96 56 Remove 00 00 12 57 96 56 WDS Repeater DynDNS Reboot Save Changes Figure 5 16 Encryption Settings WPA RADIUS Mode The displayed items on this page can be described as follows e Filter Mode The MAC address filter can be configured to allow or deny network access to listed clients Select Allow to permit access or Deny to block access e White List Specify a wireless client MAC address in the format 00 1 1 22 33 44 55 Click Add to add the MAC address to the filter list To delete a MAC address from the list click Remove next to the entry in the list 5 17 5 System Configuration Wireless2 Sets the wireless Service Set Identifier SSID and wireless security encryption key for the Wireless VAP2 network An SSID is a recognizable text name that identifies a wireless network Wireless clients that want to connect to the network must set their SSIDs to match that of
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55. rithm Simple Network Time Protocol SNTP SNTP allows a device to set its internal clock based on periodic updates from a Network Time Protocol NTP server Updates can be requested from a specific NTP server or can be received via broadcasts sent by NTP servers Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP A data encryption method designed as a replacement for WEP TKIP avoids the problems of WEP static keys by dynamically changing data encryption keys Trivial File Transfer Protocol TFTP A TCP IP protocol commonly used for software downloads Virtual Access Point VAP Virtual AP technology multiplies the number of Access Points present within the RF footprint of a single physical access device With Virtual AP technology WLAN users within the device s footprint can associate with what appears to be different access points and their associated network services All the services are delivered using a Glossary 3 Glossary single radio channel enabling Virtual AP technology to optimize the use of limited WLAN radio spectrum Wi Fi Protected Access WPA employs 802 1X as its basic framework for user authentication and dynamic key management to provide an enhanced security solution for 802 11 wireless networks Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP WEP is based on the use of security keys and the popular RC4 encryption algorithm Wireless devices without a valid WEP key will be excluded from network traffic WPA Pre shared Key
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57. s on the Mini AP Router The Wireless VAP1 interface is enabled by default Wireless1 Settings Wireless1 Settings Wireless Configuration MAC Filter Settings SMC WBR11 G Uptime 3 54 Wireless Interface Wlan Mode Broadcast SSID SSID Name WDS Repeater Channel Encryption Settings DM O Disabled Enabled AP WDS Parent Client Yes Y SMCWBR11 G1 6 Y hild WDS child mode for Bridge Broadcast SSID Broadcast ssid adcast ssid to every clients Security Mode DynDNS Pre shared Key Confirm Pre shared Key Reboot ATTI yy Wi Fi Protected Setup WPA WPA2 PSK Y nuera WPA and WPA2 stations h RADIUS only support for AP Pre shared Key alphanumeric imal digits WPS Status O Disabled Enabled Save Changes Figure 5 9 Wireless VAP1 Settings AP WDS Parent Mode The displayed items on this page can be described as follows Wireless Configuration Enables radio communications for the VAP interface Default Enabled AP WDS Parent The VAP operates as an access point providing a WLAN for wireless clients An AP using WDS can function as a wireless network bridge to allow a wireless connection between two wired network segments Broadcast SSID Disables SSID broadcasting to protect your network from unauthorized access Default Yes SSID Name The name of the wireless network service provided by the VAP Clients that wan
58. ss B digital apparatus complies with Canada RSS 210 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme CNR 210 du Canada Japan VCCI Class B CORE RNE SE REE AAA AS VCC DEE IRBI lt 777BIRBMZE TI COREL FERETRATALE CERNELTUEFI COEN STEF LED a VRR T ERIN AEREA ESTER FRY RUSS HE gt TIE LRU RUSE LTR En Taiwan DGT NCC EEE RARE RATA A ARDER DET gt OR A A AA ARE MATER A RPE RHE gt IE E AE E AENA RARA TERR RF MESTRE A gt fees ETRE ARO gt AAA gt Pet TA ES A 2 GR E PERS EA E Ze EC Conformance Declaration CEM Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R amp TTE Directive of the European Union 1999 5 EC This equipment meets the following conformance standards BHUR ik R W Sul ar y Pe EN 60950 1 IEC 60950 1 Product Safety e EN 300 328 Technical requirements for 2 4 GHz radio equipment EN 301 489 1 EN 301 489 17 EMC requirements for radio equipment EN 50385 The Compliance of Radio Base Stations and Fixed Terminal Stations for Wireless Tele
59. ss2 Encryption Settings Configures the encryption used by the client WEP Enables the Mini AP Router to use WEP shared keys If enabled you must configure at least one key for the VAP interface and all its clients Authentication Mode The two basic methods of authentication supported for 802 11 wireless networks are open system and shared key Open system authentication accepts any client attempting to connect to the access point 5 21 a 5 22 System Configuration without verifying its identity The shared key approach uses Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP to verify client identity by distributing a shared key to clients before attempting authentication Default Key Sets WEP key values for one or two keys At least one key must be specified Each WEP key has an index number The selected key is used for authentication and encryption on the VAP interface Enter key values that match the key type and length settings Standard keys are either 5 or 13 alpanumeric characters or 10 or 26 hexadecimal digits QoS 5 QoS Wireless networks offer an equal opportunity for all devices to transmit data from any type of application Although this is acceptable for most applications multimedia applications with audio and video are particularly sensitive to the delay and throughput variations that result from this equal opportunity wireless access method For multimedia applications to run well over a wireless network a Qu
60. t all user configured information will be lost You will have to use the default IP address to re gain management access to the Mini AP Router Note If you have upgraded the system software then you must reboot the Mini AP Router to implement the new code 5 32 Appendix A Troubleshooting Check the following items before you contact local Technical Support 1 If wireless clients cannot access the network check the following Be sure the access point and the wireless clients are configured with the same Service Set ID SSID If authentication or encryption are enabled ensure that the wireless clients are properly configured with the appropriate authentication or encryption keys 2 Ifthe mini router cannot be configured using a web browser Be sure to have configured the access point with a valid IP address subnet mask and default gateway If you are connecting to the mini router through the wired Ethernet interface check the network cabling between the management station and the mini router If you are connecting to mini router from a wireless client ensure that you have a valid connection to the mini router 3 If you forgot or lost the password Set the mini router to its default configuration by pressing the reset button on the bottom panel for 5 seconds or more Connect to the web management interface using the default IP address 192 168 2 1 Then set up a new user name and passward to access the management in
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62. t to connect to the network must set their SSID to the same as that of the VAP interface Default SMCWBR11 G1 for VAP 1 SMCWBR11 G2 for VAP2 Range 1 32 characters Channel The radio channel that the Mini AP Router uses to communicate with wireless clients When multiple access points are deployed in the same area set al 12 Wireless1 5 the channel on neighboring access points at least five channels apart to avoid interference with each other For example you can deploy up to three access points in the same area using channels 1 6 11 Note that wireless clients automatically set the channel to the same as that used by the access point to which it is linked Range 1 11 Client Select the client mode as the Mini AP Router is used to be a client to a larger wireless network upstream on your network SSID Name The name of the wireless network service provided by the VAP Clients that want to connect to the network must set their SSID to the same as that of the VAP interface Note This WLAN Mode is only availabe when the operation mode is set to Router Only one of the two Wireless VAPs can be set to Client mode and the other must be set to AP WDS SMC WBR11 G Uptime 3 54 Wireless1 Settings MAC Filter Settings Wireless1 Settings Wireless Configuration Wireless Interface O Disabled Enabled Wlan Mode AP WDS Parent Client SSID Name SMCWBR11 G1 WDS Repeater Encryption Sett
63. terface 4 If all other recovery measure fail and the mini router is still not functioning properly take any of these steps Reset the mini router s hardware using the web interface or through a power reset Reset the mini router to its default configuration by pressing the reset button on the back panel for 5 seconds or more Connect to the web management interface using the default IP address 192 168 2 1 then setup a user name and password A Troubleshooting Diagnosing LED Indicators Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Action POWER LED is Off The AC power adapter may be disconnected Check connections between the Mini AP Router the power adapter and the wall outlet WLAN LED is Off The Mini AP Router s radio has been disabled through it s web management interface Access the management interface using a web browser to enable the radio LAN WAN LED is Off when port connected Verify that the Mini AP Router and attached device are powered on Be sure the cable is plugged into both the Mini AP Router and corresponding device Verify that the proper cable type is used and its length does not exceed specified limits Check the cable connections for possible defects Replace the defective cable if necessary A 2 Appendix B Specifications Wireless Output Power 802 11b 18 dBm typical Peak Output power 19 12dBm 802 11g 20 dBm or 18 dBm 6 Mbps 14dBm 54 Mbps Peak O
64. tion Kbps multiply the value by 1024 The following table lists the most common broadband service speeds Mbps Kilobits 1 1024 2 2048 3 3072 4 4069 6 6144 8 8192 12 12288 5 24 oz 5 DMZ If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application properly from behind the NAT firewall you can open the client up to unrestricted two way internet access by defining a virtual DMZ virtual demilitarized zone host SM SMC WBR11 G Uptime 1 4 Networks System DMZ Settings DMZ Settings DMZ Configuration DMZ Service O Disabled Enabled DMZ Service DMZ IP Address 192 168 2 WDS Repeater DynDNS Reboot Save Changes Figure 5 21 DMZ Settings The displayed items on this page can be described as follows DMZ Service Enables the DMZ feature Default Disabled DMZ IP Address Specifies the IP address of the virtual DMZ host Note Adding a host to the DMZ may expose your local network to a variety of security risks so only use this option as a last resort 5 25 5 System Configuration DynDNS Settings Dynamic DNS DDNS provides users on the Internet with a method to tie a specific domain name to the unit s dynamically assigned IP address DDNS allows your domain name to follow your IP address automatically by changing your DNS records when your IP address changes SMC WBR11 G Uptime 1 58 lic DNS
65. ts can use encryption to protect from interception and evesdropping Ethernet A popular local area data communications network which accepts transmission from computers and terminals File Transfer Protocol FTP A TCP IP protocol used for file transfer Hypertext Transfer Protocol HTTP HTTP is a standard used to transmit and receive all data over the World Wide Web IEEE 802 11b A wireless standard that supports wireless communications in the 2 4 GHz band using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS The standard provides for data rates of 1 2 5 5 and 11 Mbps IEEE 802 11g A wireless standard that supports wireless communications in the 2 4 GHz band using using Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM The standard provides for data rates of 6 9 11 12 18 24 36 48 54 Mbps IEEE 802 11g is also backward compatible with IEEE 802 11b Infrastructure An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an infrastructure configuration Local Area Network LAN A group of interconnected computer and support devices MAC Address The physical layer address used to uniquely identify network nodes Network Time Protocol NTP NTP provides the mechanisms to synchronize time across the network The time servers operate in a hierarchical master slave configuration in order to synchronize local clocks within the subnet and to national time standards via wire or radio Open System A security option which broadcasts a
66. utput power 20 04dBm Wireless Receive Sensitivity 802 11b 90 dBm 1 Mbps 84 dBm 11 Mbps 802 11g 86 dBm 6 Mbps 68 dBm 54 Mbps Operating Frequency 802 11g 2 4 2 4835 GHz US Canada 2 4 2 4835 GHz ETSI Japan 802 11b 2 4 2 4835 GHz US Canada 2 4 2 4835 GHz ETSI 2 4 2 497 GHz Japan Data Rate 802 11g 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 54 Mbps per channel 802 11b 1 2 5 5 11 Mbps per channel Operating Channels 802 119 11 channels in base mode US Canada 13 channels ETSI Japan 802 11b 11 channels in base mode US Canada 13 channels ETSI 14 channels Japan Modulation Type 802 11g CCK BPSK QPSK OFDM 802 11b CCK BPSK QPSK AC Power Adapter Input 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Output 5 VDC 2A Unit Power Supply DC Input 5 VDC 2 A maximum Power Consumption 6 5 W maximum LED Indicators POWER LAN Ethernet Link Activity WAN Ethernet Link Activity WLAN Wireless Link Activity B 1 B Specifications Network Management Web browser Temperature Operating 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F Storage 20 to 70 C 32 to 158 F Humidity 15 to 95 non condensing Compliances FCC Part 15B Class B EN 55022B EN 55024 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 VCCI Class B Radio Signal Certification FCC Part 15C 15 247 15 207 2 4 GHz EN 300 328 EN 301 489 1 EN 301 489 17 ARIB STD T66 IC RSS 210 Standards IEEE 802 1 x IEEE 802 11b g IEEE 802 3 Wi Fi 1
67. w software code file from the local web management station to the Mini AP Router using HTTP After upgrading to new software the unit reboots automatically SMC WBR11 G Uptime 3 48 Firmware Uparade Backup amp Restore Syslog Settings Settings Password Setting Firmware Upgrade Options Clear Configuration Firmware image to upload Browse Wireless1 Upload Wireless2 WDS Repeater DynDNS Reboot Figure 5 6 Firmware Upgrade The displayed items on this page can be described as follows e Clear Configuration Check the box to clear the current configuration and return to factory defaults when uploading new firmware Fireware image to upload Specify the name of the code file on the local web management station You can use the Browse button to locate the image file locally on the management station Click the Upload button to start the download process Be sure to allow enough time for the download to complete before rebooting the Mini AP Router 5 System Configuration WAN Specify the WAN connection parameters provided by your Internet Service Provider ISP WAN Settings Specifies the type of WAN connection to use The selected option depends on the device connected to the WAN port and your specific ISP service SMC miete Uptime 3 50 Networks System WAN Settings WAN Settings WAN Configuration Wireless1 Connect
68. work and encrypting data transmitted between wireless clients and the Mini AP Router WEP uses static shared keys fixed length hexadecimal or alphanumeric strings that are manually distributed to all clients that want to use the network Authentication Mode The two basic methods of authentication supported for 802 11 wireless networks are open system and shared key Open system authentication accepts any client attempting to connect to the access point without verifying its identity The shared key approach uses Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP to verify client identity by distributing a shared key to clients before attempting authentication Default Key Sets WEP key values for one or two keys At least one key must be specified Each WEP key has an index number The selected key is used for authentication and encryption on the VAP interface Enter key values that match the key type and length settings Standard keys are either 5 or 13 alpanumeric characters or 10 or 26 hexadecimal digits 5 14 Wireless 5 Encryption Settings Security Mode WEP he Authentication Mode O Open O Shared Key E Default Key O Key1 Key2 Key3 O Key4 Keyl Key2 Key3 Key4 Figure 5 12 Encryption Settings WEP Mode WPA PSK Enable WPA PSK security on the VAP interface Wi Fi Protected Access WPA employs a combination of technologies to provide an enhanced security solution for wireless networks The WPA
69. work problems Uptime 3 46 Networks Settings Password Setting Backup amp Restore SyslogSettings Firmware Upgrade Syslog Settings Remote Syslog Wireless1 Server IP Address rn te logging host Wireless2 Server POE 514 J ee WDS Repeater bowie Log Type Circular hall Log File var log messages Log Size KB ese Status yslog will write A ny filesystem on Reboot arefull with the Save Changes Figure 5 5 Syslog Settings The displayed items on this page can be described as follows Remote Syslog Enables the logging process when a server IP address is configured Server IP Address The IP address of a Syslog server Server Port By default the port used to listen for UDP syslog messages is 514 If you specify another port it must be in the range of 1024 to 65535 Local Log Setup the file definition of the logging message Log Type The log type used to store the logging messages either a memory circular buffer or in a file Writing to a circular buffer is much faster than writing messages to a file However new log messages will start to overwrite old ones when the circular buffer is full Note that all log messages are lost when the unit reboots Log File The path and name of your log file Log Size The max size of your log in Kbytes 5 6 System 5 Firmware Upgrade The upgrade page allows you to download a ne
70. y need to configure specific settings that are not available in the Setup Wizard The Advanced Setup menu provides access to all the unit s settings for complete control of the Mini AP Router s features To access the Advanced Setup menus follow these steps 1 Use your web browser to connect to the management interface using the default IP address of 192 168 2 1 or the IP address set through the Wizard Note If you want to change the web interface language select the display language from the pull down menu 2 Log into the Mini AP Router management interface by entering the default Username root with the default Password of smcadmin or the use name and password that you have set 3 When the home page displays click on Start with Advanced Setup SMC WBR11 G Uptime 3 21 Welcome to the SMC WBR11 G Setup Page Start with Setup Wizard Helps you quickly set up your MiniRouter Start with Advanced Setup Provides more detailed configuration options 3 START WITH SETUP WIZARD ef START WITH ADVANCED SETUP Language English Y Figure 5 1 Home Page The information in this chapter is organized to reflect the structure of the web management screens for easy reference 5 System Configuration The Advanced Setup pages include the options in the table below For details on configuration for each feature see the corresponding page number Table 5 1 Configuration Options

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